Some Highly Efficient Turbines Can Be Submerged Directly in a River

question 35

Multiple Choice

Some highly efficient turbines can be submerged directly in a river and require only _______ to operate.

• A) Run-of-the-river flow
• B) Low-head dams
• C) A low, natural waterfall
• D) A slow trickle of water
• E) A high, natural waterfall

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